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Frontera Electric Long Range 306km

Electric car · M1 · Updated 2026-03

Opel's newest electric crossover — the Frontera Electric targets first-time EV buyers with a bold boxy design, 44kWh battery, optional 7-seat layout and a sub-€25k start price.

Opel Frontera Electric Long Range 306km — electric car Ireland 2026
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€19,741 After SEAI + VRT grants
306km WLTP ~242km real-world
306WLTP range km44kWh battery
242Real range kmIrish conditions est.
100Max DC kWFast charging
11.0s0–100 km/hAcceleration
€19,741Net priceAfter grants
€120Motor tax/yrLowest BEV band

⚙️ Technical specifications

Battery capacity44 kWh
WLTP range306 km
Real-world range (Ireland)~242 km
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)11.0s
Top speed135 km/h
Torque120 Nm
DrivetrainFWD
Max DC charge rate100 kW
Max AC charge rate7.4 kW
ConnectorsCCS · Type 2
Boot capacity460 L
Seats5
Dimensions
Length4,385 mm
Width1,795 mm
Height1,635 mm
Battery warranty8 years / 100,000 km
CO₂ emissions0 g/km
🏁 WLTP range306km
🇮🇪 Real-world (Irish)~242km

Estimates based on mixed Irish motorway/urban driving. Actual range varies with speed, temperature, load and driving style.

Opel highlights

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IntelliLux LED Matrix
Adaptive glare-free headlights on Astra and Grandland
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Stellantis Group
Shares platforms and components with Peugeot and Citroën EVs
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Standard and Long Range options
Most models offer a choice of battery sizes

💰 Irish pricing & incentives

List price (inc. 23% VAT)€24,990
SEAI Private Car Grant− €3,500
VRT relief− €1,749
Net price after grants€19,741

💡 Total savings of €5,249. Always verify eligibility at seai.ie.

SEAI Private Car Grant €3,500 VRT relief €1,749 Motor tax €120/yr Home charger grant €300 BIK OMV −€20,000 (2026)
Estimated annual running costs (15,000km)
Home/depot charging (€0.24/kWh)~€518
Public charging (€0.49/kWh avg)~€1,057
Motor tax€120/yr
Saving vs petrol equivalent (€1.8/L)~€2,182/yr
💡 Cost comparison: At an Electric Ireland night rate of €0.24/kWh, 15,000km of driving in the Frontera Electric costs approximately €518 in electricity — compared with ~€2,700 in petrol for an equivalent car.

🚘 Frontera Electric — All Trims & Pricing Ireland 2026

All prices are guide prices. Private buyer prices shown after SEAI Private Car Grant (€3,500) and VRT relief (€1,749). Confirm current pricing with your authorised dealer.

Model / Trim Battery & Range Price After Grants
Frontera Electric 5-seat 306km
Entry
44kWh · 306km €24,990€19,741
Frontera Electric 7-seat 306km
7-seat
44kWh · 306km €27,990€22,531

Prices include 23% VAT. Net prices shown after SEAI Private Car Grant (€3,500 where list price < €65,000) and VRT relief (capped at actual VRT due — 7% of OMSP, max €5,000 up to €40k, max €2,500 up to €50k, nil above €50k). Business buyers: SEAI car grant not available — VRT relief only. Always verify at seai.ie.

🇮🇪 Frontera Electric on Irish routes

Based on estimated real-world Irish driving range (mixed motorway, regional and urban).

🛣️ Dublin → Cork 260km · M8
⚡ Charge stop recommended
🛤️ Dublin → Galway 220km · M6
✅ Single charge — 22km remaining
🏝️ Dublin → Kerry 310km · M7/N21
⚡ Charge stop recommended
🌊 Dublin → Donegal 260km · N2/N14
⚡ Charge stop recommended
🔄 Cork → Dublin (return) 520km · Round trip
⚡ One rapid charge stop needed
🏠 Daily commute (avg) 50km · /day
✅ 4+ days between home charges

Based on ~242km estimated real-world range. Actual range varies with load, speed and conditions.

👥 Is the Frontera Electric right for you?

First-time EV buyer✅ Good starter EV
Family with children✅ 5 seats, 460L boot
Daily commuter (<100km)✅ Perfect
Intercity driving⚠️ Charge stop likely
Towing (trailer/caravan)❌ Not rated for towing
Private buyer (SEAI + VRT)✅ €5,249 total grants
Company car / BIK saving✅ BIK OMV −€20,000 (2026)
AWD / off-road capability⚠️ FWD/RWD only
💡 Best for: Affordable family electric crossover.

⚡ Charging guide

🏠 7.4kW home wallbox (0–100%)~6h
⚡ 50kW ESB ecars DC (10–80%)~37min
🚀 100kW DC ultra-fast (10–80%)~18min
Connectors (DC)CCS
Connectors (AC)Type 2
🔌 Irish networks: Compatible with ESB ecars, Ionity, EZO, Circle K and Applegreen via CCS. Opel EVs use the Stellantis e-CMP and BEV3 platforms — up to 100kW DC on most models.

Opel's Charge My Opel service provides home wallbox installation and access to public charging networks via the Free2Move app. All Opel BEVs support CCS for DC fast charging at all major Irish networks.

📐 Dimensions & practicality

Length4,385 mm
Width1,795 mm
Height1,635 mm
Boot capacity460 L
TowingNot rated
Seats5
Battery warranty8 years / 100,000 km
🔋 Battery warranty: 8 years / 100,000 km. Manufacturer covers against capacity loss below 70%.

❓ Frequently asked questions — Opel Frontera Electric Long Range 306km

The Opel Frontera Electric Long Range 306km has an Irish list price of €24,990 (including 23% VAT). After the SEAI Private Car Grant of €3,500 and VRT relief of €1,749, the net cost is approximately €19,741. The range starts from €24,990 list price. Confirm current pricing with your authorised dealer and verify grant eligibility at seai.ie.
The Opel Frontera Electric Long Range 306km has a WLTP official range of 306km. In real-world Irish conditions — motorway speeds, Irish temperatures and typical mixed urban/rural driving — expect approximately 242km per charge. This suits daily commuting and suburban driving comfortably.
Yes. The Opel Frontera Electric Long Range 306km qualifies for the SEAI Private Car Grant of €3,500. New M1 BEV, list price €14k–€60k. Apply via seai.ie after purchase. VRT relief of €1,749 also applies, giving total state support of €5,249. Verify current eligibility at seai.ie.
Yes. Company car drivers benefit from the BIK (Benefit in Kind) OMV deduction of €20,000 in 2026, significantly reducing taxable BIK on EVs. Combined with zero motor tax (€120/yr) and lower fuel costs versus petrol, the Opel Frontera Electric Long Range 306km is one of the most tax-efficient company cars in Ireland. The SEAI grant of €3,500 also applies for private buyers.
At 15,000km per year: home charging at a €0.24/kWh night rate costs approximately €518. Public charging at €0.49/kWh costs approximately €1,057. Add €120 motor tax. Compare to approximately €2,700 in petrol for an equivalent combustion car.
Yes — Opel and Vauxhall are the same vehicles sold under different brand names. Opel is used in Ireland and continental Europe; Vauxhall in the UK. Both are owned by Stellantis. Opel has a long-established dealer and service network across Ireland.
The Opel Frontera Electric Long Range 306km supports up to 100kW DC and 7.4kW AC charging. At a 7.4kW home wallbox, a full charge takes approximately 6 hours. At a 50kW ESB ecars rapid charger, 10–80% takes around 37 minutes. At the maximum 100kW DC rate, 10–80% takes approximately 18 minutes.
The Opel Frontera Electric Long Range 306km uses CCS (DC fast charging) and Type 2 (AC), compatible with all major Irish networks including ESB ecars, Ionity, EZO, Circle K and Applegreen.
Motor tax for the Opel Frontera Electric Long Range 306km is €120 per year — the lowest available band in Ireland (A1, 0g/km CO₂). All battery electric vehicles registered as private cars qualify for this rate, compared to €280–€700+/year for an equivalent petrol or diesel car.

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